If you answered “yes” then the City of Hampton has an opportunity for you! Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, flexible and/or remote work opportunities positions, and other benefits.

If you embody the following attributes, consider applying to support the Hampton Circuit Court judges:

• High level of diplomacy, tact and confidentiality
• Versatile and enthusiastic team player
• Effective oral and written communicator

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar. (Those awaiting Bar results may also apply.)
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible legal experience.
• Knowledge of law as applied to Virginia law and familiarity with courtroom procedures is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to deal effectively with challenging and changing deadlines; speak effectively with judges; express legal opinions effectively in writing. 
• Must complete a child protective services check, credential check, national criminal/sex offender record check.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the Central Criminal Records Exchange and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in order to maintain the terminals that are used to access the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) data. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Requires the ability to prepare effective written communication, and the ability to communicate effectively verbally. Must be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and follow-up skills, and have the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Must be able to create and maintain harmonious relationships with diverse populations.
• This is an exempt position.